3 Best Sights in Gran Canaria, Canary Islands

CAAM has earned a name for curating some of the best avant-garde shows in Spain, with a year-round calendar of exhibitions. The excellent permanent collection includes Canarian art from the 1930s and 1940s and works by the well-known Lanzarote artist César Manrique. The center, open until 9 pm, also has a fine collection of contemporary African art.

Destroyed by Dutch attackers in 1599, this charming little chapel (open until 2 pm daily) was rebuilt in the 18th century. Inside is a fine baroque altarpiece with rich gold leaf and wooden details. The chapel is generally open only before and after Mass.

In this park, visit the Museo Néstor, home to neoclassical and modernist works by brothers Miguel (architect) and Néstor (artist) Martín Fernández. There's also a play area and cultural center with temporary exhibitions. On the way there, stop at the neighboring Parque Doramas (stops are listed on big yellow signs; bus Nos. 2, 3, and 12 generally cover the entire city) to peek at the elegant Santa Catalina Hotel. Next to the Parque Doramas is the Pueblo Canario, a model village with typical Canarian architecture.